16X231 - DBX1 - 287 WH - 1738 (A)

Schmetz DBx1 / 16x231 Industrial Sewing Machine Needles – For Woven Fabrics & Light Leather – Pack of 10

Enhance your stitch quality and sewing efficiency with Schmetz DBx1 Industrial Sewing Machine Needles, engineered for high-performance double lockstitch applications. Precision-manufactured to handle a variety of woven textiles and thin leathers, these needles are a reliable choice for garment factories, tailoring shops, and industrial sewing environments.

Key Specifications:

• Needle System: DBx1 / 16x231 / 287 WH / 1738 (A)

• CANU Code: 14:25 1

• Needle Type: Straight needle with single groove and scarf

• Shank Diameter: 1.62 mm

• Overall Length: 37.9 mm

• Length to Eye: 33.9 mm

• Stitch Class: 300 (Double lockstitch)

Designed for Professional Applications

These Schmetz industrial needles are ideal for high-speed sewing on lockstitch machines, offering excellent fabric penetration and consistent thread loop formation. The single groove and scarf design ensures stable stitch formation while reducing skipped stitches.

Why Choose Schmetz Needles?

• Precision Engineering: Made in Germany to the highest quality standards

• Wide Compatibility: Works with a variety of industrial sewing machines using DBx1, 16x231, or 1738(A) needle systems

• Consistent Stitching: Designed to handle professional sewing workloads with ease

Applications:

Perfect for sewing a range of light to medium-weight materials:

• Woven fabrics

• Thin leather

• Laminated textiles

Common garment types include:

• Shirts

• Blouses

• Trousers